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/mɔːr/

[/mɔːr/]

comparative of many/much

Beginneradjective

Definition

Irregular comparative of 'many' and 'much'. Used to mean a greater amount or number.

Example

I need more time to finish.

I need more time to finish.

Etymology

From Old English 'māra', an irregular comparative of 'much' and 'many'.

How & Where It’s Used

Also used to form comparatives of long adjectives, as in 'more beautiful'.

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